So, You Think You Can Infer?
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You are at the beach. The sun is scorching, which makes it hard to walk on the sand. You need to stand on your towel to stop the burning... What is the season? What time of year is it?
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Winter
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Summer
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Spring
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Fall
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This quiz, 'So, you think you can INFER? ', challenges your ability to infer and deduce answers from given scenarios. It tests critical thinking and comprehension skills through diverse, engaging contexts.
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The line stretched forever. People put their bags on the floor and inched them forward. Your father and you removed your shoes. There was an announcement about a gate change and a delay on an arrival from Chicago. Where might you be?
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Airport
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Cake shop
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BIBA cafeteria
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Home
Correct Answer
A. AirportExplanation
Based on the information given, it can be inferred that you might be at an airport. The mention of people putting their bags on the floor and the need to remove shoes suggests that you are in a security line at an airport. Additionally, the announcement about a gate change and a delay on an arrival from Chicago further supports the idea that you are in an airport.Rate this question:
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“Tommy!” Mom called out as she walked in the front door. “I sure could use some help with these groceries”. There was still no reply. Mom walked into the kitchen to put the grocery bags down when she noticed shattered glass from the window all over the living room floor and a baseball not far from there. “TOMMY!!!!” she screamed after him, as she noticed his shoes were gone. What happened to the window?
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Tommy was outside playing baseball and accidentally broke the window
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The window broke because it was very windy outside
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Someone was trowing rocks at the windows
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A burglar broke in to the house and stole Tommy's shoes.
Correct Answer
A. Tommy was outside playing baseball and accidentally broke the windowExplanation
The correct answer is Tommy was outside playing baseball and accidentally broke the window. This is evident from the information given in the passage where the shattered glass from the window is found on the living room floor and a baseball is found nearby. Additionally, the fact that Tommy's shoes are missing suggests that he ran away after breaking the window.Rate this question:
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You have finally gotten used to being weightless. It has become a comfortable feeling. You especially like floating by the window and seeing planet Earth below passing by. What are you?
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A bird
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An astronaut
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A pirate
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A tiger
Correct Answer
A. An astronautExplanation
The given scenario describes someone who has become accustomed to being weightless and enjoys floating by the window to see planet Earth below. This suggests that the person is in space and experiencing the feeling of weightlessness, which is a characteristic of being an astronaut.Rate this question:
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The crowd begins to roar as you make a few practice swings with the bat. The umpire calls you to hurry up. You are not in any hurry to face the most famous pitcher in history. What kind of sport are you playing?
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Soccer
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Tennis
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Rugby
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Baseball
Correct Answer
A. BaseballExplanation
The given scenario mentions practicing swings with a bat and facing a famous pitcher, which are both specific to baseball. The mention of an umpire also indicates a sport that involves an umpire, which is common in baseball. Therefore, the sport being played in the scenario is baseball.Rate this question:
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Johnny squinted as he tried to see through the holes in the ski mask. He could only just see the large bag on the counter. The frightened woman who put it there now had both hands raised up above her head. As he took the bag off of the counter, he smiled at the woman. This gesture did not make her any less scared. Johnny ran through the first set of doors but stopped just before he got outside. Soon the windows of the building flashed with blue and red lights. Johnny quickly walked back into the building. Who is Johnny, and what is he trying to do?
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Johnny is a Kangaroo Driver. He is trying to deliver food
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Johnny is a thief. He is robbing a store.
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Johnny is Betty's grand son. He is collecting dry cleaning for Betty.
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Johnny is a clown. He is juggling balls
Correct Answer
A. Johnny is a thief. He is robbing a store.Explanation
The passage describes Johnny wearing a ski mask and stealing a large bag from a counter, while the woman who put it there is frightened. This behavior and the fact that Johnny stops when he sees police lights outside strongly suggest that he is a thief robbing a store.Rate this question:
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Billy held his father's hand as he crossed the busy parking lot. They walked into a grocery store. Billy's dad lifted him into the seat of the shopping cart. “Here,” said dad, “You can hold my shopping list.” YOU can infer that:
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Billy likes busy car parks
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Billy's dad is a super hero
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Billy is very young
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Billy is a newborn baby
Correct Answer
A. Billy is very youngExplanation
Billy being very young can be inferred from the fact that his father lifts him into the seat of the shopping cart and gives him the shopping list to hold. This suggests that Billy is not old enough to walk on his own or carry the shopping list himself.Rate this question:
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Sally opened up the letter from the military department. She felt her stomach drop to the bottom of the earth before she even opened it. She knew it was news about Tony. As she read the first line, she thought of all of the lunches she had packed him and all the nights she tucked him in his bed and scared off the nighttime monsters. The man carrying the flag put his hand on her shoulder. Her tears wet the letter as she read on. What does the letter say?
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That Tony is now working in the circus
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That Tony was killed in battle
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That Tony is upset that he had no more lunch
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That Tony is actually.... Mr. Pat in disguise (dan, dan, daaaaan...)
Correct Answer
A. That Tony was killed in battleExplanation
The answer suggests that the letter informs Sally about Tony's death in battle. The mention of Sally's emotional reaction, the man carrying the flag, and her tears wetting the letter all indicate a somber and heartbreaking news, which aligns with the idea of Tony's death.Rate this question:
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"Honey, I'm home!" Jimmy shouted as he waked through the door. He walked into the kitchen and put his coat and bag on the counter careful not to damage the flowers that he was carrying. "Where are you, honey?" He asked. "I'm upstairs!" Sarah shouted as she finished wrapping the gift. Jimmy held the flowers behind his back and crept up the stairs. Sarah tied a bow and hid the gift behind her back. Their eyes met and they smiled at each other. What relationship do Jimmy and Sarah have? AND, What special day is it?
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They are married and it is Jimmy's birthday
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They are flat mates and it is Sarah's birthday
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They are mother and son and it is Christmas Day
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They are married and it is Valentines Day
Correct Answer
A. They are married and it is Valentines DayExplanation
Jimmy and Sarah are married, as indicated by the use of terms like "honey" and their interaction with each other. The mention of Jimmy bringing flowers and Sarah wrapping a gift suggests that it is a special occasion. Since they are smiling at each other, it can be inferred that it is a romantic occasion, making it likely that it is Valentine's Day.Rate this question:
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Gloria was driving around the neighborhood in her pajamas. Every block she'd stop the car, hold her head out of the door, whistle, and call out "Candy! Candy! Come here girl!" Then she'd start the car again and slowly drive another block or two. Curtis sat in the passenger seat. He was looking around too, but he held his head low. "How many times have I told you to make sure that you shut and lock the door after you come in?" Curtis sighed. He felt bad. Who is Candy and what are Gloria and Curtis doing?
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Candy is a lolly-pop. Curtis is a clown and Gloria is a taxi driver
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Candy is a young boy. Curtis is a driving instructor and Gloria is taking a driving test
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Candy is the family dog. Curtis and Gloria are out looking for Candy because she escaped
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Candy is the family dog. Curtis and Gloria are driving around looking for a Mc Donald's restaurant
Correct Answer
A. Candy is the family dog. Curtis and Gloria are out looking for Candy because she escapedExplanation
Candy is the family dog and Gloria and Curtis are driving around the neighborhood looking for her because she escaped. This is evident from the fact that Gloria is calling out for Candy and they are slowly driving around blocks to search for her. Curtis also expresses frustration about not locking the door, indicating that Candy escaped from the house.Rate this question:
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Billy arrived at his grandmother's house at ten o'clock at night. He saw her car in the driveway and the front door was unlocked. The window was lit with a blue-flickering light. Billy can infer that:
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His grandmother was watching TV
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His grandmother is out playing bingo
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His grandmother is a cheerleader
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His grandmother is in trouble with the police
Correct Answer
A. His grandmother was watching TVExplanation
Based on the information provided, Billy can infer that his grandmother was watching TV because he saw her car in the driveway, the front door was unlocked, and the window was lit with a blue-flickering light. These are all indicators that his grandmother was at home and engaged in an activity that typically involves a TV.Rate this question:
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The cherry blossoms are blooming and it is not so darn cold anymore. I don't see many people outside, but the ones I do see are wearing masks. Where are you?
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Australia in the autumn
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Fiji at Christmas time
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Beijing right now!
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I have no idea. Where are you?
Correct Answer
A. Beijing right now!Explanation
The given answer "Beijing right now!" is the correct answer because the mention of cherry blossoms blooming and people wearing masks suggests that it is springtime in a location where wearing masks is common. Beijing is known for its cherry blossoms and the practice of wearing masks, especially during the spring season when air pollution is high. Therefore, the description aligns with the current situation in Beijing.Rate this question:
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